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63 Brinley Gold Shipwreck Spiced ratings

6

This is the third Brinley Gold Shipwreck rum I have reviewed and it is by far the best of the three. But still not a great rum. As spiced rums go it's pretty good but there are others I prefer. This one has more of a spiciness as in pepperiness that rapidly approaches after tasting the initial sweetness. This then turns into a burn that starts on the tongue then slowly moves down the throat. It's been aged for 4 years according to the label but it doesn't really show it. Tried it in some Coke Zero and the think I noticed is that the vanilla flavor is more noticeable while the other spices are muted. Odd. I would like to try this in some mixers calling for spiced rum.

sweet, but not too sweet
Posted
8 Jun '14
by
Tim
from
United States
with
11 ratings

8

I was really surprised by this rum. I occasionally buy something ive never tried before, but shipwreck has made its way into my regular rotation. Great caramel flavor, but not overpowering. I definitely recommend you try it.

9

The best spiced rum that I have tried
Posted
18 Oct '18
by
Paul B
(PREMIUM)
from
United States
with
205 ratings

7

I went to a well stocked rum bar today to try 5 different rums with a half ounce pour each. This one was quite a surprise and came in second. The aroma and gentle spices on the palate are truly captivating. There was no after burn, but I don't know how long ago the bottle had been opened on the bar. I was able to sip this one neat and finished my pour before the fifth rum was offered to me. If I finally find a bottle of this one, I will gladly buy it. Having tried and liked their Coconut rum also gained my trust in this company from St. Kitts.

8

I don't usually drink spiced rum. This was actually given as a gift but I really enjoy this rum. My fear was it would be too sweet and flavoured like a captain's but this is not the case.
A very easy drinker, would be a good first sipping rum. Great on the rocks

3

Had a rum tasting on a sunny afternoon, because why not. Brinley Gold Shipwreck Spiced Rum bottle and label design looks very cheap and low end. Strong alcohol, vanilla and caramel coming through to the nose and palate. Quite a harsh burn at the end, so better to mix it up with your favorite soda.

8

Great for what it is
Posted
20 May '18
by
Cejer
from
United States
with
9 ratings

8

I was scouring the shelves in the local Total Wines and More store, when the store manager engaged me in a discussion of rums. Spiced rum is just low quality rum with artificial flavorings added to mimic high quality aged rums he said. Makes sense, but I tried Brinley's Shipwreck Spiced Gold anyways, I was looking for a better quality mixer. This is it, it is delicious. It is very similar in spices to Captain Morgan; with vanilla, nutmeg, and black pepper finish. But less burn, tastes much higher in quality, and mixed with Coke or fruit juice was outstanding. This is not a sipping rum, step up to Plantation XO 20 to sip perfection; but this spiced rum is the perfect mixer.

8

When looking for a spiced rum I have always gone with Captain Morgans and loved it. Then I tried this wonder full spiced rum. I will always keep a bottle of Captain on hand for my friends who enjoy it but this is my new favorite spiced rum.

This is what spiced rum is all about
Posted
7 Aug '17
by
TroyB
from
Canada
with
10 ratings

8

Move over Captain Morgan: you have been shipwrecked! Lovely, lovely taste. Great winter rum. A little sediment in the bottom of the bottle, but nothing to worry about. Would recommend this rum to anyone drinking CM, and have given a bottle or two as gifts which has always been well received.

Smooth and delicious
Posted
28 Jul '17
by
M
from
United States
with
30 ratings

9

An all time favorite - this is delicious especially enjoyed neat. Fantastic example of a spiced rum that combines flavors such as brown sugar, caramel and some citrus notes with a smoothness going down. Caramel is prominent . Delicious aroma as well.
No imitation fillers.

Right up there with more expensive spiced rums!
Posted
9 Jul '17
by
Tom
from
United States
with
228 ratings

8

This is a fine example of a spiced rum that combines complex flavors such as baking spices, brown sugar, caramel and some citrus notes with a smoothness going down.
No imitation garbage thrown in or caramel color to make it look like your drinking a fine gold rum.

Pleasant drinking experience
Posted
2 Jul '17
by
ienmdb
from
United States
with
4 ratings

7

This rum is incredibly smooth. Has a nice bite going down and makes ya feel warm. I honestly could keep drinking this until it's empty but won't (and neither should any of you ;) ). On the other hand, I think it might be a bit sweeter than I like but it's remedied with a squeeze of lime. Overall, fantastic sipping rum for a decent price (23$ in GA). Can't wait to mix it!
One more thing, it's 36% abv (72 proof) and I wish it could have been a bit higher. Oh well.

Best spiced Rum I have ever had
Posted
19 Jun '17
by
Chommie
from
United States
with
4 ratings

8

This stuff is amazing, it makes me re think what little I thought I new about rum, admittedly I have not had a lot of the really high priced rums but this is far and away the best affordable (less than $50/bottle in my area) I have ever had and it's not even close. It's a sweet rum that balances the sweetness and spice perfectly for my taste and is really smooth. Even if I were to find a more expensive rum that I liked better it would be extremely hard to supplant this given it's price point.